referee

Example Sentences

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Harper rose to her feet as Dubois leapt in celebration, prompting the referee to warn her for failing to return to her corner.

From BBC • Apr. 5, 2026

He stamps his feet, whirls his arms and screams at whichever referee is unlucky enough to be within earshot.

From The Wall Street Journal • Apr. 3, 2026

The result is an uneven playing field in which judges referee disputes between athletes, colleges and the NCAA.

From The Wall Street Journal • Mar. 29, 2026

White and Federico Vinas came together inside the box - and the referee originally allowed play to continue.

From BBC • Mar. 27, 2026

He was the talk of the Talmud Department by the end of two weeks and the accepted referee of all Talmudic arguments among the students.

From "The Chosen" by Chaim Potok